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Daily News for Tuesday, August 15, 2017
James David (Jimmy) Wilson, 58, Taylor Co., KY (1958-2017) He was a long time employee of the Kentucky Trailer Company in Louisville, KY, where he worked in the paintshop. Mr. Wilson was a family man; he enjoyed spending time with those he loved and making everyone smile. He was the son of David & Leora (Halcomb) Wilson, both of whom survive. He leaves three direct living descendants. Click on headline for complete obituary with photo(s) Mr. James David "Jimmy" Wilson of Campbellsville, KY, departed this life on Monday, August 14, 2017 at the Jewish Hospital in Louisville, KY. There will be a funeral service to honor the life of Mr. Wilson on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at 10amCT/11amET, in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Road, Campbellsville, KY. Bro. Freddy Thompson will be officiating. Burial will follow in the Wilson Cemetery, Montgomery Mill Road, Summersville, KY. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 4pm-7pmCT/5pm-8pmET, Wednesday, August 16, 2017. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-08-15 17:32:03 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Murakami to add 20 jobs in Campbellsville Automotive mirror systems supplier plans $2.7 million investment in Taylor County By Woody Maglinger/Jack Mazurak Murakami Manufacturing U.S.A. Inc., which makes automotive vision systems, will build a more than $2.7 million, 20 employee warehouse on its Taylor County campus. Murakami will expand its current facility at 575 Water Tower Bypass in Campbellsville by 50,000 square feet to consolidate storage, increase manufacturing capacity and streamline product flow. In addition, the expected 20 hires will fulfill a total 50 new full-time jobs the company announced in a separate expansion project in 2014. The new construction will start in September with projected completion by March 2018. Campbellsville Mayor Tony Young said the project is evidence of the company's dedication to the local workforce. "We are so excited to have Murakami choose to expand and invest in Campbellsville again," Mayor Young said. "The new warehouse and distribution center expansion and additional jobs proves their commitment to our community. This is a welcomed addition to our local economy." Taylor County Judge-Executive Eddie Rogers said Murakami is one of the community's most trusted employers. "I welcome Murakami's expansion project and look forward to its positive impacts for our community," Judge Rogers said. "We are proud Murakami continues to serve North America from their Taylor County facility. Murakami has always been one of our top corporate citizens." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-08-15 15:23:40 | Comments | Printable version
Odell Baker, 74, Adair County, KY (1942-2017) He was a member of the Wells Chapel Baptist Church. He was employed for many years as a backhoe operator for Garrison Construction and was retired from the Columbia Utilities Commission. He was an avid University of Louisville basketball fan. He also enjoyed his grandchildren and hunting and fishing. He was a member of a large, well respected family. She was the son of Oscar & Mary Pearl Nelson Baker. His wife, Celystine Stotts Baker, survives. He leaves eight direct living descendants, spanning three generations. Click on headline for complete obituary with photo(s) Odell Baker, 74 of Columbia, KY passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 3:35 AM at his home after several years illness. Funeral service will be Thursday, August 17, 2017 at 1pmCT, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. Clergy officiating will be Rev. Doug Copas and Rev. Charles Dulin. Interment will be in the Fudge Cemetery, 847 Independence Road, Breeding, KY The family will receive visitors after 3:30pmCT, on Wednesday, August 16, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-08-15 15:10:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
New WMAs opening in Pulaski, Wayne, others By Kevin Kelly Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources has opened more land for public use in Gallatin, Nicholas, Owen, Pulaski and Wayne counties. Rockcastle River Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in eastern Pulaski County is the largest of the new WMAs and will offer hunters, anglers and wildlife watchers outstanding recreational opportunities. The WMA abuts the Daniel Boone National Forest to the south and east. Two areas will remain closed while abandoned gas wells are being permanently sealed along Acorn-Ano Road and Buren Turner Road. No admittance signs, orange flagging and orange paint will mark the off-limits areas. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-08-15 11:50:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors
Sad word of the passing of Christine Jones Shirley, Knob Lick, KY Christine Jones Shirley, age 90, formerly of Knob Lick, died August 15, 2017 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Funeral arrangements will be announced later when available from McMurtrey Funeral Home, 2232 Summer Shade Road, Summer Shade, KY. 2017-08-15 11:24:52 | Comments | Printable version
Jackie Dale Brown, Casey County, KY/Lincoln County native (1961-2017) He was a carpenter. He loved woodworking, fishing and cooking. He also enjoyed family gatherings and reunions. He was the son of the late Wesley Toddy & Mary Evelyn Naylor Brown. His wife of 19 years, Connie Coffman Brown, survives. He leaves six direct and two step living descendants, and many relatives, including nine siblings, all residents of McKinney, KY. Click on headline for complete obituary Jackie Dale Brown, 56, of Liberty, KY, passed away on Monday, August 14, 2017, in Liberty. The funeral service will be held at 1pmCT/2pmET. on Thursday, August 17, 2017, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home, 752 Campbellsville Street, Liberty, KY, with Bro. Rick Naylor officiating. Burial will follow in Peavey Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10amCT/11amET, until time for the service on Thursday, August 17, 2017, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-08-15 11:15:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Columbia/Adair EDA Tue 15 Aug 2017 meeting - REPORT In this morning's meeting
Click on headline for complete story By Ed Waggener The Columbia/Adair County Economic Development Authority voted unanimously this morning to fund the first phase of the Retail Academy Survey, for the entire county, whether or not it receives assistance it hopes will be offered by the City of Columbia and the Adair County Fiscal Court. The action came, after a lengthy discussion, on a motion by Dean Adams, with a second by Roger Meadows - almost simultaneous with a second by Kenzie Rowe - and all members present - Chairman Mark Dykes, Treasurer Ann Martin, Secretary Randy Burns, Anthony Janes, joining them in a voice vote. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-08-15 10:03:46 | Comments | Printable version
Adair, Russell, Casey now Zone 3 for bear hunting Frankfort, KY - New information about bear hunting this year in Kentucky is now available through the Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources' website at fw.ky.gov. The changes include the adoption of a three-zone approach to the management of the state's bear population. Adair, Russell, and Casey counties are Zone 3 for bear hunting, which include Chase-Only, Quoat Hunting with Dogs, and Muzzeloader seasons. Chase-Only hunting began on August 1, and runs through Sept. 30, 2017. Season dates and quotas vary by zone. There is a new muzzleloader season and nonresident hunters can now buy bear permits. Hunters also will find season dates, quotas and a map of the bear zones in the updated section. Complete information is available in a 2-page Bear Hunting Addendum (PDF) to the Kentucky Hunting and Trapping Guide. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-08-15 09:04:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors
(Ad) Adair County Farmers Market - Tue 15 Aug 2017 Here Today at 5:54amCT: The sensational Sano gardeners are here! More may be here later. Please Check back. By Margie Rooks The Adair County Farmers Market, Parking Lot, Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY, is OPEN 6am-10amCT, TODAY, (or until sold out), Tue 15 Aug 2017 with the following: Tomatoes: Red, Pink, and Yellow slicers and salad tomato. Watermelons & Cantaloupes. - A Few. They're sweet. Peppers: Bell, Green, Yellow and Red. Hot & Sweet Banana. Jalapenos. Cayenne. Beans: Half Runners, a few half runners, Cucumbers: All sizes. Squash: A few yellow squash. Some Zucchine. Potatoes: Red & White. Also: Eggplant.Remember, the Adair Farmers Market is open Tuesdays and Fridays, 6am-10amCT, with parking just a few feet away from all the stalls. (Sponsored) 2017-08-15 05:41:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden
Kindergarteners learn lunch routine Now that a few days of school have past, kindergarten students have learned how they line up in the hallway, walk through the lunch line and sit as they eat. Click on headline for story with photos By Calen McKinney, Public Information Officer News from Campbellsville Independent Schools Campbellsville Elementary School kindergarten students are learning lots in their classroom, from math to reading and more. Kindergarteners are also learning the proper way to behave in the hallway and at lunch. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-08-15 04:20:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Commissioner Quarles helps deliver freezers to food pantries Farm Credit Mid-America and CoBank donate freezers to enable food pantries to store meats. Click on headline for story with photo(s) By Ted Sloan News from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture FRANKFORT (Mon 14 Aug 2017) - Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles brought a little hope to Eastern Kentucky's less fortunate on Monday when he helped deliver freezers donated by Farm Credit Mid-America and CoBank to food pantries in five counties. "Thanks to the generosity of these agricultural lenders, food pantries throughout the Commonwealth will be able to accept donations of meats and other frozen foods," Commissioner Quarles said. "This will enable the food pantries to help their clients get the proteins they need for a healthy, balanced diet. This is a giant step in the mission of the Kentucky Hunger Initiative to seek solutions to chronic food insecurity in Kentucky." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-08-15 03:47:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden
Bro. Shawn Sharp to preach at Gradyville, 20 Aug 2017 Bro. Shawn Sharpe will be preaching at Gradyville Baptist Church,159 Old Gradyville Church Road, Columbia, KY on August 20, 2017 at 11amCT. Sunday school at 9:30amCT and Sunday night at 6pmCT. All are invited. Debbie Bennett 2017-08-15 02:13:59 | Comments | Printable version
Billy Joe Fudge comments on Day trip story: Westfork Road . . . Comments re article 92170 Day trip Westfork to Gibson to Greenbriar to Independence Ridge Rd Billy Joe Fudge writes: The small tree with thick, black-green leaves and red drupes liken unto Dogwood drupes was Carolina Buckthorn, most likely.Thanks! We'll be making changes on the cutlines - and linking more photos to the story. And, you are right, all loads on Westfork Road are wide ones - the road is narrow. - E.W. 2017-08-15 01:49:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Today, TUESDAY with CM - 15 Aug 2017 Haiku by Robert Stone for August 15, 2017: Rule of contraries:--Robert Stone, Tuesday, 15 August 2017. -1000 haiku twice now, now on to more days, Day 2163 2017-08-15 01:25:22 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
Metcalfe County man charged with murder The identity of the deceased is yet to be determined Note: Charges/allegations are not a finding of guilt. An individual charged by law enforcement is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at some later criminal proceeding. By TFC William R. Gregory, Public Information Officer Kentucky State Police Post 15, Columbia, KY SUMMER SHADE, KY. (Mon, 14 Aug 2017) – 46-year-old Bobbie Lawson, of Summer Shade, KY, was arrested today and charged with Murder, Tampering with Physical Evidence and Abuse of a Corpse. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-08-15 01:16:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports Birthdays and Anniversaries for August 15 August 15, 1931In Memory Birthday, Leola Gardner Smith, 90, Edmonton, KY (1931-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Daniel and Jessica Froedge (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Wesley and Amanda Bryant (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Alexis Kessler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Anna Beard (1992) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chad Wheet | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Clyde Eugene Wheeler (1941) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Diana K. McCandless Long (1963) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donnie Hensley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Elliott Burton (1995) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Glyde Eugene Wheeler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Harley Hensley (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jean Wheeler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Laura Michele Watkins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Max Quinn | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Natalie Redmon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Natalie Shuffett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Peyton Bradley Janes (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Phyllis Keltner (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Reece Harvey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ronnie Goetz | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tyler Feese | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alvin Burton, 66, Columbia, KY (1954-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beverly Fisher, 65, Adair Co., KY native (1957-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Phillips, 77, Magnolia, KY (1941-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Calvin Rexroat, 83, Russell Springs, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carlis Davidson, Taylor County, KY (1958-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darrell Phillips, Taylor County, KY (1949-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Don Smith, 81, Campbellsville, KY (1934-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donna Catherine (Cathy) Collette, 34, Taylor Co., KY (1979-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Imogene Price Karnes (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Earlene Thomas, 76, Adair Co., KY (1946-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edison B. Wright, Nancy, KY (1935-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edna Faye Huff, 66, Casey County, KY (1951-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elby Ray Streeval, Adair Co., KY native (1923-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Helen Faulkner, Taylor Co., KY (1930-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garret Douglas Waggener, 23, Columbia, KY (1999-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gladys Willis, Adair Co. KY/Metcalfe Co., KY native (1933-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glen Helm, 85, Liberty, KY (1934-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glenna Ann Guffey, Russell County, KY (1962-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Jane Robertson, 66, Russell Springs, KY (1954-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Carl Huber, 81, Casey County, KY (1934-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Shively, 70, Taylor County, KY (1948-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Josephine (Joie) Goodin Willis, Adair Co., KY native (1931-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lanora Judd Johnson, Taylor County, KY (1935-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Dale Roy, 75, Liberty, KY (1945-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lula Ann Flatt, Russell Co., KY (1938-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Jane Roy, 86, Russell Co., KY (1929-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Melissa Brockman, 46, Adair County, KY (1973-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Montra B. Crabtree, 60, Adair Co. native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Orlie Richard Burkett, 84 Russell Co. KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul E. Stanley, 86, Campbellsville, KY (1932-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Randall Ray George, Adair Co., KY (1965-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Richard (Dick) Morris, 86, Columbia, KY (1934-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Barkley England, Tompkinsville, KY (1938-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roger Corbin, 61, Campbellsville, KY (1960-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald L. (Ronnie) Lemmon, 80, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Kathleen Turner Branham, Summer Shade, KY (1933-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Russell B. Ellis, Casey County, KY (1923-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tracy Lynn Hutchison, Casey County, KY (1970-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda Lynn Sapp, 61, Taylor Co., KY (1960-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willard L Brewer, 77, Taylor Co., KY (1939-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Ronald (Ronnie) McFarland, Adair Co., KY (1943-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wilma Jean Berry Fancher, 57, Horse Cave, KY (1958-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Tuesday, August 15, 2017 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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